The overturned box truck not far from First Baptist Church may be the best example of what it’s like in Swannanoa four months since Hurricane Helene

North Carolina expands a temporary jobs program to aid 39 counties affected by Hurricane Helene, aiming to reduce unemployment and assist in recovery efforts.

Months after the storm devastated Western North Carolina, the state has released the official list of names of those who died.

NORTH CAROLINA, USA — In 39 counties in North Carolina, residents can now apply for a temporary job program. The program will allow people to work on recovery efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, including much of western North Carolina. Residents will have an opportunity to provide humanitarian assistance, too.